After the first years of launching their architectural practice, Ben van Berkel and Caroline Bos renamed their practice to UNStudio. Short for United Network Studio, the change of name stands symbolic to the knowledge based, networked nature of the firm, which has grown to expand to 6 offices worldwide today.
In contrast to their generation of architects characterized by star–architect brands, the choice to focus on the network of talents that work on the well-known project of the studio, stands out and reflects the approach in design and innovation that is echoed throughout the organization. Rather than forming departments, the multi-unit company breaks down to different knowledge practices that strategically collaborate from their own fields of expertise. Bringing in diverse perspective on matters of space, the day-to-day practice in their offices is strongly focused on growing, sharing and challenging knowledge.
